Karan Johar has given The Devil Wears Prada 2 a glowing early reaction, calling the sequel a sharply observant film that feels firmly rooted in the present moment. In his view, the new chapter not only revives the glamour of the original but also updates its themes for a very different media world, where image, power and relevance are under constant pressure.
After watching the film, Johar opened up about his long-standing admiration for the original, and how the sequel made him revisit those emotions. “Nostalgia is powerful…. It keeps the present hopeful … my memory of watching #devilwearsprada is embedded in my heart… I walked out more in love with Meryl Streep ( if that was possible ) and understanding the pursuits of Miranda Priestly .. even though she was a tough leader, even though she was aesthetically judgemental and raising eye brow elitist to a fault…. But I understood her for her chase to attain excellence and perfection…. I wondered how I would feel revisiting Andy, Nigel, Emily and Miranda…,” he wrote.
Johar said the film “speaks of our times,” pointing to the way it reflects the changing nature of fashion, ambition and influence. He especially singled out Miranda Priestly, saying the iconic character is now more vulnerable than before. That shift, according to Johar, gives the sequel emotional depth without taking away Miranda’s commanding presence.
His comments suggest that the sequel is not simply leaning on nostalgia. Instead, it appears to be reworking the original’s world for a new era, where industry power is more fragile and public perception matters more than ever. That makes Miranda’s return especially interesting, because the character has always stood for control, authority and intimidation.
Johar’s response is also notable because of his own long-standing love for fashion cinema and stylish storytelling. As someone who has often spoken about the influence of global pop culture on Indian entertainment, his praise adds a familiar Bollywood voice to the growing conversation around the sequel. His take positions the film as more than just a continuation of a beloved title; he sees it as a reflection of today’s cultural anxieties and shifting hierarchies.
The filmmaker’s remarks are likely to build more anticipation for the sequel among fans of the original, which became a fashion-cinema landmark. With Miranda Priestly back in focus, audiences will now be watching to see how the character evolves in a world that is far more digital, fast-moving and unforgiving than the one she once ruled.
Johar’s review frames the sequel as both stylish and contemporary, with enough vulnerability to keep its central character compelling. For viewers who loved the first film’s bite, polish and wit, that is a promising sign.